Crafts

March 4, 2022

Artist “Draws” Amazing Portraits by Weaving Thread Around Nails

Instead of drawing with pencils, Konstantin Hlanta “draws” with string. The self-taught artist creates vivid works of art by wrapping colorful pieces of thread around nails. By doing so, he renders human hands and eyes, and even animals in amazing detail. Originally a dentist, Hlanta began making string art three years ago. His favorite band, Linkin Park, inspired many of his first pieces, and he has been continually honing his craft ever since.

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February 17, 2022

Ultimate Guide to Embroidery: How It Started and How You Can Get Started Today

For millennia, crafters have continuously found ways to turn everyday objects into works of art. While this interest has culminated in a myriad of decorative art forms, none has resonated quite as strongly as embroidery. The story of embroidery is the story of the world. Embroidery has existed, in some form, in every population across the globe.

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February 10, 2022

Learn How Tie-Dye Can Transform Ordinary Clothes Into Colorful One-of-a-Kind Outfits

There are ways to create a custom wardrobe without breaking the bank. One way to do that is by altering your clothing with fun and easy DIY projects. Tie-dye is one of them. The process is nothing new, and chances are you might’ve done it before; it’s an all-ages-friendly project that adds swirling patterns to garments by securing them with rubber bands and then submerging them in dye.

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February 3, 2022

Embroidered Brooches Look Like Portraits of Real Birds

Nature-lovers know that there's an abundance of bird species in the world. While it may be hard to see many of these in person, artist Paulina Bartnik (aka Embirdery) immortalizes their portraits in exquisite embroidered brooches. She uses her meticulous stitching techniques to render the unique appearance of each feathered creature—from barn owls to hummingbirds. “I chose birds because of the beautiful colors, shapes, and texture of feathers,” Bartnik tells My Modern Met.

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My Modern Met

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